4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wigan to St Helens
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
15 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wigan to St Helens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wigan to St Helens will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 6 trains that leave Wigan for St Helens on Sun, Jun 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W848851:07 PM0h14Wigan North Western (WGN)1:21 PMSt Helens Central (SNH)$91One-way0 transfers- W848829:06 AM0h14Wigan North Western (WGN)9:20 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)$91One-way0 transfers
G8915711:23 AM0h15Wigan North Western (WGN)11:38 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)$101One-way0 transfers- G891773:23 PM0h15Wigan North Western (WGN)3:38 PMSt Helens Central (SNH)$101One-way0 transfers
- G891701:23 PM0h15Wigan North Western (WGN)1:38 PMSt Helens Central (SNH)$101One-way0 transfers
- W848851:07 PM0h14Wigan North Western (WGN)1:21 PMSt Helens Central (SNH)$91One-way0 transfers
- W848829:06 AM0h14Wigan North Western (WGN)9:20 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)$91One-way0 transfers
- G8915711:23 AM0h15Wigan North Western (WGN)11:38 AMSt Helens Central (SNH)$101One-way0 transfers
- G891773:23 PM0h15Wigan North Western (WGN)3:38 PMSt Helens Central (SNH)$101One-way0 transfers
- G891701:23 PM0h15Wigan North Western (WGN)1:38 PMSt Helens Central (SNH)$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Wigan to St Helens
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wigan to St Helens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wigan to St Helens:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wigan to St Helens costing on average $9 (€8).
Other travel options to St Helens take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (15m by train vs 25m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $4 (€4) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Wigan to St Helens train times
The table below shows live departures for Wigan to St Helens trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84882 | 9:06 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h14 | 9:20 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89166 | 9:22 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h15 | 9:37 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89157 | 11:23 AM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h15 | 11:38 AM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84885 | 1:07 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h14 | 1:21 PM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89170 | 1:23 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h15 | 1:38 PM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89177 | 3:23 PM Wigan North Western (WGN) | 0h15 | 3:38 PM St Helens Central (SNH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wigan to St Helens
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Trains from Wigan to St Helens run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 12:27 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Wigan to St Helens trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wigan and St Helens from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Wigan to St Helens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan to St Helens by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Helens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wigan to St Helens
Most Wigan to St Helens trains use the Wigan North Western to St Helens Central station pair, with some services arriving at Thatto Heath. Use this guide to compare Wigan and St Helens train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wigan station do trains to St Helens leave from?
Getting to Wigan North Western from Wigan city centre
Wigan North Western is 1 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Wigan North Western train station facilities and services
Wigan North Western has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wigan North Western.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wigan North Western.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wigan North Western. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wigan North Western: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wigan North Western: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wigan North Western: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bryn from Wigan city centre
Bryn is 4 km from Wigan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bryn train station facilities and services
Bryn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bryn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bryn: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bryn: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, To Liverpool : Down a stepped ramp (40 paces, 1:10 slope) to the left of the bridge onto the platform. To Wigan : Down a ramp (44 paces, 1:10 slope) to the right of the bridge onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which St Helens station do trains from Wigan arrive at?
Getting to St Helens Central from St Helens city centre
St Helens Central train station facilities and services
St Helens Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Helens Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Helens Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Helens Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Helens Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Wigan bound platform. Access by underground subway to Liverpool platform with steep ramps. Lift open for all services, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Thatto Heath from St Helens city centre
Thatto Heath is 2 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
Thatto Heath train station facilities and services
Thatto Heath has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thatto Heath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thatto Heath: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thatto Heath: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access to both platforms via road footbridge. Wigan bound platform accessed via long slope. Liverpool bound platform accessed via a graded slope with rest landings, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to St Helens Junction from St Helens city centre
St Helens Junction is 3 km from St Helens city centre. Public transport options include:
St Helens Junction train station facilities and services
St Helens Junction has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Helens Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Helens Junction: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Helens Junction: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Helens Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access to the Manchester platform including tactile guidance path from main street, car park and bus interchange. Alternative access to Manchester platform is up stepped ramp from Helena Road. Access to the Liverpool bound platform has a long severe ramp and is via a locked gate. Station staff have a key. The access ramp is cobbled and has a safety barrier at the bottom in Helena Road. Alternative access is via an open step bridge with 27 steps to each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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